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Mr. President: The Earth Does Not Have Forever

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Climate Ark Listening to the US Presidential election, you wouldn't know Earth faces ecological emergencies including abrupt climate change and ecosystem collapse in water, forests, and food. Details here. PLT photo

Exposure to Traffic Air Pollution in Infancy Impairs Lung Function in Children

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ScienceDaily (Oct. 12, 2012) — Exposure to ambient air pollution from traffic during infancy is associated with lung function deficits in children up to eight years of age… Details here.

Modified Crops Increase Herbicide Use: Researcher

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The Seattle Times A Washington State University researcher says genetically-modified crops have led to an increase in herbicide use, contrary to claims by proponents of the crops. Details here. PLT photo

More Tornadoes and Rain, Milder Winters, in Saskatchewan Forecast

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Winnipeg Free Press SASKATOON - Researchers say a changing climate in Saskatchewan will mean more tornadoes and more rain, but also milder winters. Details here. A twister 36 kilometres east of Regina.  (Submitted by Kathy Rosenkranz)

Transcanada Seizes A Grandmother On Her Own Property as The Tar Sands Blockade Digs In

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Planetsave The Canadian fossil fuel giant Transcanada is encountering increased resistance from the “Tar Sands Blockade” in eastern Texas. Details here. PLT: Given the bullying tactics of this stinking company, is it any wonder resistance is increasing? Surely the power of The Corporation over the people is now absolute. That a Canadian-based corporation is involved, in this case, makes this Canadian nauseous. If I get the chance, I will throw up on its CEO. 

Communication Breakdown: How Canadians Were Let Down on E. Coli Response

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The Globe and Mail PLT photo Millions of Canadians have been fed a bunch of B.S. by those whose responsibility it is to prevent, contain and explain such public health disasters. Full story here.